Principal Engineer; hydraulics

United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

Location: Lingley Mere, Warrington (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Competitive Salary + Bonus & Car Allowance
Contract Type: Permanent
Employment Type: Full Time

Lead the Future of Engineering at United Utilities

At United Utilities, our purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West. Every day, millions of customers rely on the infrastructure, assets and engineering expertise that keep our services running safely, efficiently and sustainably.

We're looking for an exceptional Principal Civil Engineer to provide technical leadership across the business, helping shape the future of water and wastewater infrastructure while influencing engineering excellence at the highest level.

This is a rare opportunity to combine strategic leadership, technical authority and people development within one of the UK's largest infrastructure organisations. You'll lead complex engineering challenges, support major capital investment programmes and play a critical role in developing the next generation of engineering talent.

If you're a highly experienced Chartered Engineer looking for a role where your expertise can influence projects, standards and engineering strategy across an entire organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Why United Utilities?

As a FTSE 100 company, United Utilities offers the opportunity to work on projects that have a direct impact on communities, the environment and future generations.

You'll be joining a business committed to innovation, sustainability and engineering excellence, with the scale and ambition to tackle some of the industry's most complex challenges.

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll benefit from:

• 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with service, plus bank holidays
• Competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution
• Up to 20% performance-related bonus
• Company-funded healthcare plan
• Life assurance cover
• My Gym Discounts  and wellbeing support
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Salary Finance and Wealth at Work support
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• Employee discounts and recognition awards

As Principal Civil Engineer
, you will provide civil engineering leadership across United Utilities, acting as a recognised technical authority and trusted adviser to the business.

Working closely with engineering disciplines, project teams, operational stakeholders and delivery partners, you will ensure technical excellence, consistency and governance are embedded across engineering activities.

You will lead and develop teams of technical resources, mentor engineers across the organisation and contribute to the continual development of engineering standards, policies and best practice.

In addition, you will play a key role in raising the profile of United Utilities within the…